Forsberg, Jim

Carl Filip Anton Forsberg (pronounced [ˈfǐːlɪp ˈfɔ̂ʂːbærj]; born 13 August 1994) is a Swedish professional ice hockey player who is a left winger and alternate captain for the Nashville Predators of the National Hockey League (NHL). Forsberg was selected by the Washington Capitals in the first round, 11th overall, of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft but was traded to the Predators before ever playing for the team. As a native of Sweden, Forsberg has represented his home country at both the junior and senior levels at international tournaments. While representing Sweden, he has won five silver medals and two gold medals.